New Delhi-Style Chana Dal ⋆ CLEVER CHEF RECIPES
Remove the bay leaf. Use an Indian mathani to purée the dal for about 1 minute; the dal should be saucy but not soupy. To make the tadka, put the oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the cloves; let sizzle for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until medium brown.